No. 2,286 in Portuguese
califórnia
"Califórnia" in Portuguese refers to "California," a state in the United States.
In a sentence
A Califórnia é um estado nos Estados Unidos conhecido por suas praias.
California is a state in the United States known for its beaches.
Here, 'Califórnia' is used as a proper noun referring to a specific place.
Plantei califórnia no meu jardim para adicionar cor.
I planted California poppy in my garden to add color.
In this case, 'califórnia' refers to the plant commonly known as California poppy, showcasing its usage as a common noun.
Assistimos a um filme sobre a corrida do ouro na Califórnia.
We watched a movie about the Gold Rush in California.
Here, 'Califórnia' again serves as a proper noun, specifically referencing the historical event related to the location.
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